Trail Riding

Trail Riding: A Complete Guide will begin by describing the grand and romantic history of trail riding in this country. In today's world, those who trail ride are carrying on the time-honored tradition of traveling on the back of a horse. Early on in Trail Riding: A Complete Guide, readers will come to understand that although we have cars to take us from place to place, there is no feeling more wonderful than journeying through nature on horseback.

In order to truly enjoy the pastime of trail riding, you must first learn how to ride. The early chapters will include details on: * the importance of basic riding lessons * lessons on the trail * where to take riding lessons, and where they should  - and should not - get experience in trail riding * finding a good horse * buying a horse for the trail and will cover the options of adopting and leasing a trail horse * necessary tack and equipment including all styles - western, English, and endurance

Trail horses require a certain kind of care, different from that of other performance horses. The book will include: * feeding the trail horse * daily maintenance * grooming techniques * stable management * preventative health care * common health problems

Once readers have been primed on the basics, they will learn: * how to condition themselves and their mount for the trail * tips on conditioning the rider * safety in the saddle * finding good trails * trailering

Those who love trail riding ultimately like to take it further. We'll show readers: * the hows and whys of horse camping * the dynamics of organized group trail rides * the sports of endurance riding and competitive trail riding